Many studies have proven that thyme essential oil is healthwise beneficial oil as it contains the active compound thymol which contains potent antiseptic properties. In fact, most antiseptic wipes and mouth washes have in their content thymol.

According to recent research, thyme essential oil can also reduce pain. However, this should not be great surprise to us since plenty traditional medicines have used thyme and other essential oils to relieve pain.

Thyme Oil beats out Ibuprofen for pain relief

According to a large-scale study led by a team of researchers from Iran`s Babol University of Medical Sciences confirmed that not only thyme acts as potent pain-reliever, but as well as more efficiently relieves pain of heavy menstruation than the use of Ibuprofen.

Participants of this study were 84 female university students with troublesome menstruation in the age range of 15 to 24 years old who were suffering from dysmenorrhea.

Dysmenorrhea is a condition manifested by painful cramping which might be accompanied with symptoms such as nausea, headache, dizziness, and back pain. There is also secondary dysmenorrhea which means that the pain roots from another condition.

Researchers confirmed that primary dysmenorrheal which appears within 2 years of the beginning of menarche is not linked with pain during the other parts of the cycle. It makes sense because painful menses are more common in younger women within their first years of the menstrual cycle.

Other Great Health Advantages of Thyme Oil

Antiseptic

It is a magnificent antiseptic protecting wounds and sores from infections. Thanks to the presence of Caryophyllene and Camphene it offers these antiseptic benefits.

Antirheumatic

This oil helps in obstructed circulation and uric acid buildup in the blood which cause arthritis, rheumatism, and gout. It is a diuretic supporting the removal of toxic matter. Since it is a stimulant, it boosts circulation and solves this issue separately.

Hypertensive

It is good for persons experiencing low blood pressure. Persons with this health condition are at higher risk of feeling sluggish and falling unconscious. Thyme regulates their blood pressure by increasing it in the most natural way.

Tonic

It tones up the heart, circulatory system, digestive system, nervous system, muscles, and the skin.

More Uses:

Since it has the function of diuretic, thyme is good for treating infections of the bladder and the urinary tract.